I have not had time to properly restore the Hoover Special 825 so know that i have time i am going to begin work on itWHAT I HAVE DONE - Replaced the top bearing- Replaced stress relief and cord- Fixed the switchWHAT I HAVE NOT DONE - repainted the handle - replaced the carbon brushes( i do need to get some let me know if you have any that you are willing to sell)- re-bristle brushroll- and last the height adjuster needs to be fixed